1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
Model | Bagheera | Publica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2140 mm |